Katef Ghanam Mashwi ma' A'ashab wa Khodar
Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Herbs and Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, rice, or starchy vegetable sides are served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A succulent lamb shoulder, slow-roasted to perfection with aromatic Syrian herbs and spices like rosemary, thyme, and garlic. Served with a side of pan-roasted non-starchy vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant, and bell peppers, avoiding potatoes or rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, rosemary, thyme, oregano, black pepper, salt, bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, rice, or starchy vegetable sides are served. Confirm no sugar is in any rub or marinade. Request extra olive oil or butter for the vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بدون بطاطا، أرز أو خضار نشوية من فضلك. تأكدوا من عدم وجود سكر في التتبيلة. وأرغب بزيت زيتون أو زبدة إضافية للخضار.
No potatoes, rice, or starchy vegetables, please. Please confirm no sugar in the rub or marinade. I'd like extra olive oil or butter for the vegetables.
Watch out for
Onions/garlic used in marinades, bell peppers (can be higher carb in large portions), restaurant-added sugar to spice rubs.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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